December 29, 2010

Handbags can be timeless and I love these vintage paparazzi shots of Audrey Hepburn carrying her Louis Vuitton Speedy bag. The bag launched back in 1930 and in 1965 Audrey Hepburn asked Henri-Louis Vuitton to make a smaller sized Speedy bag so the Speedy 25 came about. One of my New Year vows is to use more of what I have in my closet so I'm going to try to bring this bag I've had for 8 years back into rotation. Prices have gone up a since I first bought this bag so it's definitely a great investment.

Pick up a Louis Vuitton Speedy 25 ($665) for a compact style or the larger Speedy 30 ($690) that is slightly larger and can hold more things. With top handle bags in fashion and ladylike looks coming back, this is the perfect accessory to wear dressed up or casual.

I also love how the classic bag shape looks in the Damier Ebene Canvas. Looks super cute in the Speedy 25 size!

Modern starlets like Ashley Olsen, Avril Lavigne and Jennifer Love Hewitt have brought them back into the spotlight.

December 28, 2010

New Year's Eve is coming up fast and you can party the night away in some of these cute dresses. I love going with something that sparkles and this DKNY strapless dress with sequined front is so chic and on sale for only $139.99 (regular $325). It's perfect for a night on the town or an intimate dinner for two at your favorite restaurant. You can't go wrong with a black strapless dress, I say!

December 23, 2010

Stylehive reports on the latest handbag trends from the street style fashionistas. My favorite thing to do right now is wearing a small crossbody/chain bag that is so cute and portable, especially through all the holiday hustle and bustle! Read the full post to see the top 5 trends and the photoslide show that features lots of afforable bags including this Rebecca Minkoff Studded Babe Leather Crossbody Bag ($73.50).

December 22, 2010

The best sales of the year usually are the after Christmas sales! The great news is that nowadays you don't have to brave the stores and crowded parking lots. If you're in the market for a new fun handbag, don't miss the Rebecca Minkoff After Christmas Sale. I've been toting around a black studded MAB Mini for the last couple of months and now I understand the addiction! The bag is a must have for everyday. It doesn't look too big and you can fit everything you need in there.

December 18, 2010

If you're looking for a fun and fashionable little holiday gift for someone, the Diana Eng Fortune Cookie Coin Purse ($45) is the perfect choice. They look like real fortune cookies don't they?! These purses are made from preconsumer scraps, upholstery sample, or remnant leather from the garment district. Each coin purse and has an unique laser etched ID number so you can tell where the leather came from based on Diana's chart. They measure 4” x 4” x 2” and each purse and come with a dust bag and printed fortune inside.

I recently received one from Diana as a holiday gift and have been using it all the time. It's so cute that I always comments on it when I shop. Should be extra fun the next time I go out to a Chinese restaurant! I love that by using this I don't weigh down and wear out my regular wallet with all my coins. Order it now to get it shipped in time for Christmas!